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Amsterdam rioters targeted Israeli fans in 'explosion of antisemitism', mayor says

BBC Sport Friday, 8 November 2024 ()
Amsterdam rioters targeted Israeli fans in 'explosion of antisemitism', mayor saysFemke Halsema condemns a night of violence following a Europa League football match.
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News video: Amsterdam violence an 'explosion' of anti-Semitism, says city's mayor

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Violence that erupted overnight in Amsterdam following a Europa League football match between host team Ajax and Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv represents an "explosion" of anti-Semitism that has "not been seen in a long time," says the city's mayor Femke Halsema.

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